Access America Explains Travel Insurance Terrorism Coverage
Richmond, VA - In the wake of the bombings in London U.S. travelers visiting the city may need assistance and information. "Access America has thousands customers currently traveling in London. We insure and assist them both directly and through travel agents, cruise lines, air lines and tour operators," said Beth Godlin, Senior Vice President of Travel Markets at Access America, a leader in travel insurance and assistance.
"Your travel insurance provider can ease the stress of disastrous situations by facilitating communications, making medical and transportation arrangements, and coordinating replacement of passports and personal identification," explained Godlin. "Plus, our customers have access to the world's largest healthcare network."
According to the US Travel Insurance Association (UStiA), approximately 30% of leisure travelers bought travel insurance in 2004, compared with an estimated 10% of travelers buying travel insurance before 9/11.
Travel Insurance Coverage for Terrorist Events
"Travelers considering buying trip insurance should investigate what type of coverage they want and need and make sure they know what they are buying," Godlin recommended, noting that policies vary by benefit, price, coverage levels and restrictions. "It's also important to check out the company that is providing the insurance. Access America has been in the travel insurance business for more than 20 years, helping clients through good times and bad, including 9/11, supplier bankruptcies, the 2004 hurricane season and the tsunami."
Access America comprehensive plans provide coverage for events that are the result of terrorist events as recognized by the U.S. State Department. Benefits include coverage for:
- Trip cancellation & interruption
- Emergency medical and dental needs
- Emergency medical evacuations
- 24-hour hotline assistance
Access America's QuickClaim Turnaround means that covered claims are paid within 7 days after the company receives claim forms and necessary documentation.
Free Emergency Message Service for All Americans
Access America is providing complimentary TravelCare Emergency Messaging to Americans in London or to those who have loved ones there -- regardless of whether they are customers -- to help people reach loved ones during this time of need.
- Access America TravelCare Emergency Messaging: 866-456-3107 (toll free)
- Access America TravelCare Emergency Messaging: 804-673-5473 (int'l collect)
SOURCE: Access America